Whereas the real estate industry's most oft-used catch phrase is "Location! Location! Location!" the Bay Area may well choose "Apartments! Apartments! Apartments!" for its 2013 slogan. Whether it was ground-breaking, under construction or ready for occupancy, thousands of units contributed to a record-breaking apartment construction boom.

Among the notable participantswere Venn, 113 units at 1844 Market Street; Paragon, 300+ units in Midtown; and the high-end NEMA towers, 754 units in mid-Market. This boom reflects the influx of new jobs in the Bay Area, including many in the well-paying technology field. The area's planners and councils have their work cut out for them as they plan for the projected population growth, and the ever-widening affordability gap.

Sunday Streets 2014 Schedule Revealed

Sunday Streets has announced its schedule for 2014. Sunday Streets coordinates events throughout the City where streets are closed to automobiles for several hours so that folks can participate in a variety of physical activities. Non-profit and health groups provide information and activities about their services, all designed to improve the health, community spirit and well being of those enjoying the events. Activities range from yoga to dancing, and biking to strolling. The 2014 schedule follows: